Pay Parity May Be a Good Argument for the 2026 Federal Pay Raise
Pay parity is likely to be an argument for a higher federal pay raise in 2026 as the annual pay raise process unfolds.
Pay Raise
Federal employees under the General Schedule (GS) get an annual pay raise most years. Articles in this section are an important resource for federal employees to stay informed about their pay and any potential changes that may affect their salaries. These articles emphasize the importance of understanding the factors that contribute to pay adjustments and the broader economic context in which these decisions are made.
Bill Proposes 4.3% 2026 Federal Pay Raise
Legislation has been introduced to give federal employees a 4.3% pay raise in 2026.
Looking Back on 2024: Federal Pay Raise, an Election, and More
What were the biggest events of 2024 for federal employees?
2025 GS Pay Scale
The 2025 GS pay scale is based on a 2% overall average pay raise for federal employees.
Biden Issues Executive Order on 2025 Federal Pay Raise
President Biden has issued the Executive Order finalizing the 2025 federal pay raise.
Lawmakers Urge Biden to More Than Double 2025 Federal Pay Raise
A group of lawmakers is urging President Biden to significantly increase the 2025 federal pay raise.
COLA Calculations, Inflation and Stock Market Records
America had an election and inflation was a factor for voters. The stock market is booming. Here are the latest inflation figures and how the COLA compares to pay raises over time.
What is the Difference Between the COLA and Pay Raise?
The annual COLA and pay raise are complex and often a source of confusion. While both impact pay, they have important differences.
August Inflation Rate Reduces Likely 2025 COLA—But Still Above Projected Annual Pay Raise
The 2nd month of inflation data determining the 2025 COLA has been released. The 2025 COLA will be less than in 2024 but probably still larger than the average 2025 pay raise.
Biden Issues Alternative Pay Plan Letter for 2025 Federal Pay Raise
President Biden has issued the letter outlining his alternative pay plan for the 2025 federal pay raise.
